Mercedes Benz E430 2000
Model E430 made in 2000 by Mercedes Benz got 25 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, digital instrument panel and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting, steering. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling).
Model 2000
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS | |||||
| 8210196 | 06/04/2008 | 8210196B | 10015377 | Revised repair procedure and additional applicable models. model 170, 202, 208 and 210 models. front fog lamp(s) inoperative. mercedes-benz. *tt model years: 1994-2004. updated 09/09/08. *pe | 07/15/2005 |
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||||
| 462046 | 12/04/2008 | SB-46-20-46A | 10020460 | Play in the rack and pinion steering system. models 203, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230. mercedes benz. *kb updated 5/13/09. *pe | 10/23/2006 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | ||||||
| PE03058 | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. | 12/17/2003 | 04/22/2004 | ENGINE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY FAILURE | ||
| The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation to investigate allegations of engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure that could result in loss of power-steering assist.odi has received a total of 546 non-duplicative reports that allege engine crankshaft pulley harmonic balancer failure on all mercedes-benz vehicles using the subject component.the subject component failures are progressive in nature and only a small percentage of the complaints and warrant claims involved a failure that had progressed far enough to effect power steering performance (6 of 55 odi complaints reference increased steering effort).there have been no crashes or injuries related to the alleged defect.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see summary report attached for further detail. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 08/24/2010 | 202000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz e430. the contact stated the side air bags deployed suddenly as he started his vehicle. there were no contact with any other objects and no injuries there was no warning light illuminating. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair and it will cost $1,700 for the contact to repair. there are no recalls for the air bags. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer was not called. the failure mileage was 202,000...mw | |||
| 05/04/2009 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| 2000 mercedes benz e430. the consumer was in a head-on collision and airbags did not deploy. *dt the consumer stated an out of control vehicle hit the right front of her vehicle. the other driver's air bag deployed. a representative from mb stated the srs functioned as designed; it didn't deploy because the impact was below deployment threshold. the consumer then received a letter in the mail which stated the damage sustained by the vehicle was not severe enough to reach an air bag deployment. the letter also stated the seat belt would have restrained the consumer if it was worn properly. the consumer stated the seat belt did not restrain her properly. updated 05/12/10 *bf | |||
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 01/01/2010 | 1 | ||
| On e-class mercedes, passenger seat has function to disable airbags if a child seat is in place. function is failing such that anyone sitting in passenger seat triggers the airbag disable function so no front passengers have airbag. mercedes is aware but taking no action.*tr | |||
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||
| 06/03/2006 | 21 | ||
| I have a 2000 mercedes e430. instrument cluster shows scrambled time display and outside temperature display. the cluster was replaced by mercedes under warranty for the same problem in 2003 and the same exact problem re-appeared again in 2006 on the new cluster. *tr | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Consumer 2000 mercedes benz electrical system shut down. *ts *jb | |||
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - JACKS | |||
| 04/01/2009 | 135000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2000 mercedes benz e430. while changing the tires, the jack that came equipped with the vehicle fell over on its own. there were no injuries. the dealer and manufacturer have not been notified. the failure mileage was 135,000. | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 10/05/2004 | 41085 | 1 | |
| Petition for investigation into design defect of the cup holder on the 2000 e430 mercedes benz, cup holder located over shifting mechanism, coffee spilled and shut down entire electrical system. *ts the consumer was traveling in the middle lane of traffic when the liquid spilled. the car jerked and slowed down. the consumer was able to maneuver the vehicle to an entrance of a shopping center. the consumer paid $905.27 to repair the problem and feels that the cost should be absorbed by the manufacturer. the design has been redesigned in newer models so that the entire gear shift is covered with leather and does not expose any part of the mechanism. *nm | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Consumer's concerns regarding the design of the 2000 mercedes benz cup holder which sits over the gear shift mechanism.*mr the consumer had liquid in the cup which spilled into the gear shifter and caused the electrical system to shut down. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/12/2000 | 111343 | ||
| 2000 e430 sport. no need to press the break to move the shift gear or to remove the key while the car is off. the shift fear moves freely from park to drive while the vehicle is off. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 12/23/2004 | 58975 | 1 | 11/20/1999 |
| The vehicle was parked. the consumer spilled coffee into the shifter and the vehicle would not move. the consumer contacted the dealer, who told the consumer how to loosen the shifter. however, the consumer turned the vehicle off and it would not start again. *ak *sc | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 05/04/2009 | 1 | 11/01/1999 | |
| 2000 mercedes benz e430. the consumer was in a head-on collision and airbags did not deploy. *dt the consumer stated an out of control vehicle hit the right front of her vehicle. the other driver's air bag deployed. a representative from mb stated the srs functioned as designed; it didn't deploy because the impact was below deployment threshold. the consumer then received a letter in the mail which stated the damage sustained by the vehicle was not severe enough to reach an air bag deployment. the letter also stated the seat belt would have restrained the consumer if it was worn properly. the consumer stated the seat belt did not restrain her properly. updated 05/12/10 *bf | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 05/12/2006 | 70000 | 2 | 05/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while pulling into the driveway at 10 mph, the brakes failed. as the contact pulled out again, the brakes failed a second time while traveling 50 mph and going through an intersection. there was no warning prior to both incidents. after the second incident the vehicle was towed to a local dealership where it is awaiting inspection. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 02/10/2007 | 60000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2000 mercedes e430. while driving approximately 30 mph and depressing the accelerator pedal the vehicle began to decelerate. the failure would occur intermittently. the contact stated the failure had occurred approximately 25 times. also, the check engine warning light illuminates intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000. ds | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 09/15/2004 | 2 | ||
| I own a 2000 e430 mercedes and both rear window regulators have failed in the last 4 months. the car has 39,000 on the odometer. i consider this a safety problem because i transport my grandchildren in child seats in the rear and when the window fails, it fails in the down or open position. in each instance, i could not lock or secure the car. | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 5 | 11/01/2000 | ||
| The vehicle has experienced five flat tires since the vehicle was purchased, the consumer believes there is a design problem, the service advisor explained to the consumer that the new 17 inch tires have less sidewall and makes the tire more susceptible to flats and recommended going to 16 inch tires, the consumer is requesting that the manufacturer replaces the wheels and tires. nlm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | CLEARWATER | 33764 | LOKEY MOTOR COMPANY | 727-530-1661 |
| VA | ARLINGTON | 22203 | AMERICAN SERVICE CENTER | 703 525 2100 |